sE Electronics T2 Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

sE Electronics T2 Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

The sE Electronics T2 is a large-diaphragm true-condenser microphone with four switchable polar patterns and a hand-crafted titanium-sputtered dual-diaphragm capsule. Titanium is much stiffer and three times lighter than gold, giving the T2 a faster transient response than gold-sputtered capsules: essential for recording instruments with fast attack such as drums, percussion, and plucked strings. Four patterns (cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8) are selectable via metal switches, covering the full range of studio and live miking techniques in a single microphone.

The T2 is built to the same physical standard as its gold-capsule sibling, the sE4400: die-cast all-metal housing, spring steel wire mesh grille, and metal switches throughout, with no plastic components in the signal path. A switchable attenuation pad (-10 or -20 dB) extends maximum SPL handling to 157 dB, and the two-position low-cut filter (40 or 80 Hz, 6 dB/octave) handles proximity effect and low-frequency rumble at source. The flat, round-edged chassis and custom suspension shockmount allow the microphone to be positioned flush against a drum head or guitar cabinet, or angled inside a kick drum shell.

Key Features

• Four switchable polar patterns: Cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8, selected via metal switches on the body.
• Hand-crafted titanium-sputtered dual-diaphragm capsule: Titanium is much stiffer and three times lighter than gold, delivering a faster transient response for percussive and attack-driven sources.
• Switchable attenuation pad: -10 or -20 dB, selectable via metal switch. Extends maximum SPL to 157 dB.
• Switchable low-cut filter: 40 or 80 Hz at 6 dB/octave, selectable via metal switch. Addresses proximity effect and low-frequency rumble.
• Dent-proof all-metal housing: Die-cast metal body with spring steel wire mesh grille, metal switches, and premium finish. No plastic components.
• Custom close-miking shockmount: Flat, round-edged chassis fits centered within the shockmount and can be placed flush against a drum head or guitar cabinet, or angled inside a kick drum. Isolates from low-end rumble and footfall noise.
• Available as a matched stereo pair: The T2 is also sold in a factory-matched configuration with stereo mounting bar and two shockmounts.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: sE Electronics.
• Model: SE-T2-U (sE Electronics T2 Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone).
• Capsule: Hand-crafted 1" true condenser capsule.
• Diaphragm: Titanium-sputtered mylar (dual-diaphragm).
• Polar patterns: Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Omni-directional, Figure-8.
• Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz.
• Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV).
• Equivalent noise level: 13 dB(A).
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 81 dB.
• Max SPL: 137 / 147 / 157 dB (0 / -10 / -20 dB pad, 0.5% THD).
• Attenuation pad: -10 / -20 dB, switchable.
• Low-cut filter: 40 / 80 Hz, 6 dB/Oct, switchable.
• Electrical impedance: 22 Ohms.
• Connector: 3-pin male XLR.
• Powering: 48V phantom power (P48, IEC 61938).
• Weight: 290 g.
• Length: 146 mm.
• Width (max): 58 mm.
• Body diameter: 29 mm.
• Product code: SE-T2-U.

What's Included

• 1 × sE Electronics T2 microphone.
• 1 × Custom shockmount with thread adapter.
• 1 × Metal carry case.

Who Is It For?

• Studio engineers needing multi-pattern flexibility: Four polar patterns in one microphone cover spot miking, room recording, mid-side setups, and two-source recording without changing microphones.
• Drum and percussion recording: The titanium capsule's fast transient response captures attack with accuracy; the close-miking shockmount design supports kick drum, snare, and tom placement.
• Live sound engineers: The roadworthy all-metal construction and hypercardioid pattern option provide isolation and durability for demanding live environments.
• Acoustic instrument and vocal recording: Omnidirectional and figure-8 patterns combined with 157 dB max SPL and a 40 Hz low-cut cover a wide range of acoustic sources from quiet strings to fortissimo brass.

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